How to Throw a *Magical* Harry Potter Wedding

If you and your significant other share a love for all things Harry Potter, why not consider tying the knot with an epic Harry Potter-themed wedding? With some DIY touches, plenty of wands and a Snitch or two here and there, you can have the *magical* wedding that you’ve always dreamed of. Hold on tight to your witch hats and get ready for an epic ride through these inspiring Harry Potter-themed wedding ideas. Scroll on for all the deets!

1. Temporary Tattoos: Rock a pair of matching tattoos with your dearly beloved or let your guests in on the fun with this wedding favor idea. From charming spell incantations to the edgier Dark Mark, temporary tattoos are just what’s needed to step up your Harry Potter wedding game. (via Candice Benjamin Photography / Offbeat Bride)

2. Flying Keys: String up winged-keys using clear nylon string for a dreamy hanging installation. For more variety, add hanging envelopes to signify the Hogwarts acceptance letters your guests always wished they received. (via Livia Photos / Kara’s Party Ideas)

3. Potions Centerpiece: Use vintage glass bottles, water and food coloring to create a collection of “potions” for your table centerpieces. Slap on DIY labels and give the bottles an elevated look by mounting them on top of a textbook. (via Myles Katherine Photography / The Huffington Post)

4. Head Boy Boutonniere: Have your better half follow in Percy Weasley’s footsteps with a Head Boy boutonniere he’ll feel just as smug about. As for the groomsmen, go with matching Prefect badges. (via Let’s Frolic Together / Wedding Chicks)

5. Wedding Program: No worries if animated programs inspired by the Daily Prophet aren’t available. Instead, use the wonky layout of the wizarding newspaper to inspire your programs. (via Abby Grace Photography / Green Wedding Shoes)

6. Sorting Hat Escort Cards: This wedding idea is bound to get a good laugh from guests acquainted with the HP tradition. Set up a humble Sorting Ceremony of your own by placing a tattered witch hat on the table next to your escort cards. (via Courtney Bowlden Photography / Seattle Bride)

7. Chair Decor: Inspired by Severus Snape’s touching confession of having “always” loved Harry’s mother, decorate the backs of the newlywed chairs with matching “Always” and “Forever” signs. The decor detail won’t fall short of touching the hearts of your Harry Potter-obsessed friends. (via Chris Isham / Style Me Pretty)

8. Snitch Earrings: If flaunting a giant witch hat is out of the picture, rep your adoration for Harry Potter in a more subdued way. Stay classy with a dainty pair of Snitch-inspired earrings. The delicate detail will pair with whatever dress style you choose in the end. (via Myles Katherine Photography / The Huffington Post)

9. Wedding Guest Book: Rather than going the traditional wedding guest book route, go with what Hogwarts students would’ve likely used — a roll of parchment paper. Bust out that quill and ink set and let guests have their fun! (via Abby Grace Photography / Green Wedding Shoes)

10. Ferrero RocherSnitches: Harry Potter came close to swallowing one so it’s only fitting to turn these guys into an edible form. Using gold glitter paper, cut out wings and glue them onto the sides of Ferrero Rochers for a similar look. (via Courtney Bowlden Photography / Seattle Bride)

11. Ceremony Backdrop: As if the ceremony itself isn’t emotional enough, you’ll guarantee waterworks with this meaningful backdrop idea inspired by Severus Snape’s confessed “Always.” Be advised, you might want to stock up on tissue boxes for guests! (via Chris Isham / Style Me Pretty)

12. Save the Date: Model your save the date after the Marauder’s Map for an intricate design. Otherwise, look to Hogwarts acceptance letters as a good template for your wedding invitations. (via Let’s Frolic Together / Wedding Chicks)

13. Mani: For brides who are all about the tiniest details, a Harry Potter-inspired mani is a must. If you’re on board with nail art inspired by the books, you can easily DIY with nail decals easily found on Etsy. (viaKelly Clarke and Garreth Cattermole/Getty / Bustle)

14. Escort Cards: There’s no need for a Sorting Ceremony if you use escort cards that display each guest’s house/table. Coordinate the colors of your reception tables to reflect your guests’ respective seats. (via Candice Benjamin Photography / Offbeat Bride)

15. Dobby’sSocks: When planning an epic themed wedding, it all comes down to the details. Have the groomsmen channel Dobby with fun, wizarding socks, whether they be inspired by Hogwart’s houses or flying snitches. (via Myles Katherine Photography / The Huffington Post)

16. Luggage: Luggage may be the surprise decor you didn’t know your venue needed. Display piles of vintage suitcases to evoke the feeling of going on a *magical* journey. (via Abby Grace Photography / Green Wedding Shoes)

17. Azkaban Wanted Poster Photo Booth: An Azkaban wanted poster is a must-have for any HP-inspired photo booth. Throw in a pair of Harry’s glasses, a Hogwarts house scarf and plenty of wands to complete the look. (via Let’s Frolic Together / Wedding Chicks)

18. Drinks: Challenge the Wizarding World of Harry Potter with an impressive array of wizarding drinks that go well beyond the traditional Butterbeer and Pumpkin Juice. For an even cooler touch, add small pieces of dry ice to your drinks for a hazy fog reminiscent of freshly concocted potions. (via Steve Lee Photography / Country Living)

19. Wedding Cake: You can’t have the ultimate Harry Potter wedding without an epic wedding cake to match. Whatever cake designs you come up with, there’s always the option to top it off with mini Harry Potter Lego pieces like this couple did. (viaKellyClarke and Garreth Cattermole/Getty / Bustle)

20. Great Hall Dinner Table: Turn to the Great Hall to inspire the setup of your reception tables. If you want to show the distinction between houses, simply coordinate guests’ napkins to reflect their house colors. (via Photosmith / Offbeat Bride)

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Emily in Paris season 4 was the buzziest season yet, and for good reason. Emily's in Rome, Camille was never pregnant, and Gabriel's hair went from très hot to tragique. In addition to the viral response to Gabriel's new hair, season 4 left me pretty sad because after four years of waiting for Emily and Gabriel to get together, they almost immediately break up — and actor Lucas Bravo is just as confused as we are.

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“The ‘sexy chef’ was very much part of me in Season 1 and we grew apart season after season because of the choices he makes and because of the direction they make him take,” Lucas Bravo told IndieWire while promoting Mélanie Laurent’s Freedom. “As they made him kind of unaware of his surroundings, of the dynamic, always victimizing and always being completely lost in translation and oblivious to anything that is happening around him and being manipulated by everyone, it kind of became not fun for me to shoot or to see a character I love so much and brought me so much, being slowly turned into guacamole. I really grew apart from him.”

Honestly it makes me really sad that a character we all love so much is becoming unrecognizable. But at the same time, it makes me feel a little bit better, because we're not the only ones who feel like Gabriel has changed. And while Lucas has done what he can to bring those early-series aspects of Gabriel back, he says "there is only so much I can do in the limits of a script.”

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“I tried for seasons to bring nuances but we don’t have much liberty on set," he continues. “It makes me question if I want to be part of Season 5…because my contract ends at Season 4. I really want to see if Gabriel gets back to his fun, cheeky, playful, alive self. Because three seasons playing melancholic, sad, depressed, and lost is not fun anymore. It’s a comedy, everybody is having fun around me, everybody is jumping around, and I’m just slowly sinking into god knows what.”

Say what now?! If Lucas Bravo leaves Emily in Paris, I truly don't know what I'd do. Gabriel is my favorite character on the show! (Or at least, early Gabriel was.) Seeing him move from 30, flirty, and thriving to someone who's consistently in the middle of an existential crisis doesn't make sense within the world of the show. And even though Lucas thinks the show has a "lack of risk," he still loves everyone involved.

“I love the show. It started everything for me. I love the show and the people in it," he says. "With saying that, I feel like I am not being nice or grateful, but when you love something you want it to be…you want the best version of it. I’m not going to lie, I’ve been frustrated with the direction by character is taking. But we’ll see where it goes. The show is not over.”

Just like the show's iconic costumes are all about expression and fun, here's hoping Emily in Paris is able to bring some life back into our favorite chef. Because if not, it sounds like we could be nearing the end of the show's most popular would-they-won't-they relationship. Fix this Netflix, I beg you!

What do you think of Lucas Bravo's dilemma? Do you miss season 1 Gabriel? Let us know in the comments and check out the latest Emily in Paris season 5 news.

Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie created reality TV gold when The Simple Life debuted in 2003. Their antics were outlandish, but we couldn't help repeating their iconic phrases like "That's hot" or "Sanasa" during random moments in our own lives.

It's no secret the two didn't really act that way, but their 'characters' left a huge mark on a generation of millennials. "I knew what I was doing but the whole world didn’t, so it was kind of frustrating to me to be perceived in that way because it’s not who I am at all," Paris told People.

Even though she may have felt judged, it seems that Paris Hilton realizes how many people actually loved The Simple Life because she and Nicole Richie are teaming up to film a reunion special that'll debut on Peacock as we speak! Here's everything we know so far!

When did speculations about 'The Simple Life' reboot begin?

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Peacock first shared a video clip on Instagram that hinted something special involving Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie is coming in May. A nostalgic TV set with a black and white screen can be seen while our favorite duo's voices can be hearing saying, "Sanasa, Sanasa."

Peacock captioned the post, "New Era. Same Besties. Coming soon to Peacock," and fans could barely contain their excitement. Even celebs like Naomi Campbell and Katy Perry commented on these hot vibes.

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Then Paris Hilton took to her own Instagram to share more about what fans could expect. She said, "As some of you may know, we are doing a reunion special to celebrate 20 years of our show The Simple Life and it's been so much fun."

Actress Selma Blair shared how much she's looking forward to this by commenting that she's "living for this."

So are we!

What was 'The Simple Life' about?

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The Simple Life showed Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie as they basically traded their wealthy lifestyles for 'everyday' living. Cameras followed them from fast food jobs to dealing with getting out of sticky situations they'd supposedly never experienced. Needless to say, it was hilarious, iconic, and instant reality TV gold.

How long was 'The Simple Life' on air?

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The Simple Life was on air from 2003 to 2007 with five successful seasons. It seemed like it wasn't going to be hit at first, but it defied expectations. By how much you ask?

According to reporting from The Cut, somewhere around 13 million viewers tuned in to watch Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie's oddball take on daily life. That's a pretty huge deal if you ask us!

When will 'Paris & Nicole: The Encore' debut?

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Paris & Nicole: The Encore will premiere on Peacock December 12! The two were previously seen at a Sonic drive-thru yesterday so it can be assumed filming is underway (via People)!

Sporting partial Sonic uniforms, Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie added accent pieces that match their signature flairs. Paris wore a pair of reflective sunglasses, silver sequin heels, and added a pink flip phone to front of her blue apron. Nicole wore gold hoops and a pair of slingback pumps alongside her hotdog mascot costume. That's hot (dog).

How does Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie feel about reuniting for a reunion special?

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Paris Hilton has expressed how much she loves to be sharing the screen with Nicole Richie again. "I'm so excited to be doing this with Nicole on Peacock. Nicole has been my best friend since we're 2 years old, every memory that I have is with her," (via E! News).

Nicole also posted a few throwback moments from The Simple Life on her Instagram, but the most notable one is the video mashup of them singing "Sanasa, Sanasa" over and over. "20 years ago, not only did we become television stars… we became song writers. Happy Anniversary Sill @parishilton#TheSimpleLife#sannnasaaaaa" she wrote in the caption.

What have Paris and Nicole said about their reunion special?

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Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie sat down with W Magazine to let the world know the Paris & Nicole: The Encore show is on its way! Not only that, but fans can expect to see an Opera version of the show they fell in love with two decades ago. Paris said, "The idea of the opera was unexpected" while Nicole chimed in with, "What people need, even though they don't know it yet, is for 'Sanasa' to be an opera.'"

The two besties came up with the idea via a series of texts that started off as ideas between them. Nicole said everything "came up organically" for the two and we can only imagine the memories this brought up for them. OG influencer Paris even talked about how The Simple Life was an "important show in pop culture history" and we couldn't agree more!

Nicole truly wants people to enjoy themselves while watching Paris & Nicole: The Encore and "find the same joy" she had while filming it. According to Paris, she feels what they have is "magic" because "there's just so much history behind it."

It's not every day that you can get to have fun with your best friend while coming up with long-lasting memories that contribute to pop culture, but Paris and Nicole have always danced to the beat of their own drums. Now we'll get to see them in action again!

Watch The Trailer For 'Paris & Nicole: The Encore'

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Friendsgiving season is coming folks! And if you have one on the books, but have no idea what to cook, we have you covered. From deliciously cheesy veggies to a healthy take on everyone's favorite spuds, we're rounding-up easy recipes to make that won't weigh heavy on your pocketbook. Take a look through to see the yummy ensembles you should be whipping up!

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Drop Biscuits

Because everyone needs a carb to soup all those juicy drippings on your plate. This 'The Final Table' winning recipe does the job.

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Smashed Brussel Sprouts

Not crazy about veggies? These greens will change your mind. Topped with cheese, chives, and a nice crisp topping, they're extra yummy (and keto-friendly!)

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Cacio e Pepe Chickpeas

Sure this one is a bit non-traditional, but your vegetarian friends will love it. Plus they make the perfect topping to nearly any dish (who needs croutons when you have these anyways?!).

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Roasted Broccoli

Puts some greens on your plate with this holy-grail recipe. Trust us: It's sooo easy!

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Instant Pot Butternut Squash Polenta

Dust off the ole' Instant Pot will this delectable fall polenta. Filled with butternut squash and lots of parmesan you (and your besties!) will quickly fall in *love*.

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Roasted Sweet Potato

Just when you thought you knew how to roast sweet potatoes, this recipe came along. And boy are we taking notes!

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Slow Cooker Mulled Wine

Be the friend that brings the booze. This autumn-themed mulled wine drink will warm everyone's spirits.

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Fall Quinoa Salad

If you're designated salad duty, take a twist on it by packing it full-on quinia, pomegranate, and a tangy dressing. Yum!

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Cheesy Pasta Bake

When the temperatures drop, your friends will be extra thankful for this soul-warming, cheesy pasta.

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Spinach + Mushroom Gnocchi Casserole

No time? No worries! This freezer-friendly pasta bake complete with pillowy gnocchi, creamy mushrooms and spinach is super easy to create ahead of time, without taking away from any day-of deliciousness.

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Cheddar, Jalapeno, and Chive Biscuits

Upgrade your biscuits with "addicting" flavors of cheddar, chives, and jalapeños. Pro tip: Double the batch to ensure you have more than one for everyone!

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Keto Cheese Ball

Your hostess will thank you extra for showing up with an app to tide guests over until the main meal is served. Packed with yummy baked potato fixings, it's got an extra "kick" to make it comparable to store bought options. Plus it's keto-friendly... you can't go wrong with that!

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Cheesy Keto Asparagus

Keep the keto ideas coming, am I right?! Make this popular Pinterest vegetable dish loaded with garlic and extra cheese. Yes please!

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Yogurt Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

Pack a 'lil extra protein into your mashed spuds (with the bonus of making them extra creamy!). Who knew yogurt would soon become your go-to secret ingredient?

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Pumpkin Spice Toffee

And let's not forget about the sweets! Make a batch of this pumpkin spice-flavored treat as a great take-home option for overstuffed guests! (Just be sure to save some extra for yourself!)

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